In 2018 the Wantage WI started a monthly Walking Group, under the direction of Sandra Mitchell. The walks are usually between 2 and 5 miles long, take around 2hrs, and of course we always have a coffee or lunch break. We will be starting up again next spring, weather permitting, so why not join us? Listed below are the walks that have been enjoyed so far.
October 2020
October 19th 2020
The walk on 19th October included the East Hendred Owls
The owl has become a symbol for East Hendred It is the emblem of the Hendreds School and appears in a stained glass window in Snells Hall.
The sculptures on the owl trail are made from timber donated to the project by Hendred Estate. The chosen artist for the project was Nick Speakman of 3D Wood.
Knowledge Owl, located between Penney Playpark and Snells Hall – representing learning and knowledge, recognising the history and present day uses of the community centre at Snells Hall.
Maori Venture Owl, located on Orchard Lane, celebrating East Hendred’s famous Grand National winner, “Maori Venture”. Local horseshoes are fixed to the base of the sculpture.
Drapery Owl, located on Dancing Hill, recognising one of the oldest trades in the village – dyeing cloth in the local stream.
Poppy Owl, located opposite the war memorial.
Local Produce Owl, located near the allotments near the ho
Owl-themed Noticeboard located uses at Portway Close.
(Information taken from an article by Chris Bedford in the East Hendred Bulletin Summer 2O16)
September 2020
The group has most definitely been in lockdown but Sandra organised 2 walks this September..groups of 6 of course.September 16th
September 9th
November 2019
Wantage WI Walking Group enjoyed a lovely Autumn ramble in the Oxford University Parks, followed by lunch at St. Mary’s Church.
September 2019
On September 20th Anne Paget led a lovely walk around Blewbury. Stopping afterwards at Savages for a well earned lunch. Weather was perfect.
August 2019 – Our Annual Summer Walk
A group of ladies enjoying our annual summer walk. This year going from Snelsmore common to Donnington castle. Our first date was rained off, but luckily the next date chosen was really sunny.
May 2019 – One of Rita’s famous Bluebell walks at Badbury Woods
April 2019 – A walk along the river in Abingdon
October 2018 – Bus to Oxford and a Walk Along the Oxford Canal
September 2018 – Wantage – Letcombe Regis – Letcombe Bassett – Wantage July 2018 was cancelled due to the excessive heat!
June 2018 – Wantage – Childrey – WantageMay 2018 – Around Hendred and up to the Ridgeway April 2018 – Wantage to Ardington and around the village
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